Abstract: This invention relates to a tape dispenser, and in particular to a tape dispenser for use in binding horticultural produce and the like. According to a first aspect of the invention there is provided a tape dispenser having a housing adapted to locate a spool of tape, the housing having an opening through which the tape can pass and blade means for cutting the tape, the housing being formed from separable housing parts which are retained together by a removable handle. According to a second aspect of the invention there is provided a tape dispenser having a housing adapted to locate a spool of tape, and a handle connected to the housing, the housing having an opening through which tape can pass and blade means for cutting the tape, the housing being substantially waterproof.